Nominated for: Award for Outstanding Rising Star, 2026

Michelle Crogie

Michelle Crogie

Michelle Crogie, Executive Director for PLEO (Parent’s lifeline of Eastern Ontario) has substantially increased both the profile and fundraising. Michelle has been able to take the transferable skills from 30 years of working in child and family services and build on the profile and revenue streams for PLEO. In three very short years, she has built a culture of philanthropy, significantly expanded partnerships and revenue opportunities, and become a respected leader in the Ottawa fundraising community.

Through creation of an annual gala, building on monthly donors, community partnerships and maximizing use of innovative opportunities, Michelle has increased the sustained revenues for PLEO and raised the profile of this very worthwhile organization.

Nominated by: Serenity Renewal for Families